4.5Mount Rushmore National Memorial(11.8k reviews) - Amazing evening show and monument in person is very memorable Saturday: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours National Parks • Monuments & Statues
Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created this famous mountainside carving of the visages of four great American presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt.See more..
4.0Crazy Horse Memorial(5.378 reviews) - Amazing light show! Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Monuments & Statues
The mission of Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation is to protect and preserve the culture, tradition and living heritage of the North American Indians. The Foundation demonstrates its commitment to this endeavor by continuing the progress on the world's largest sculptural undertaking by carving a memorial of Lakota leader Crazy Horse; by providing educational and cultural programming; by acting as a repository for American Indian artifacts, arts and crafts through the INDIAN MUSEUM OF NORTH AMERICA(R) and the NATIVE AMERICAN EDUCATIONAL & CULTURAL CENTER(R); and by establishing and operating the INDIAN UNIVERSITY OF NORTH AMERICA(R) and, when practical, a medical training center for American Indians.See more..
4.5Tatanka: Story of the Bison(449 reviews) - Amazing Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
We stopped at Tatanka, Story of the Bison and found it very impressive. We watched the short film and found it interesting. The fact that when the railroads came to the west, people shot them from the trains and almost made them extinct in a short period of time. Very sad , so I’m glad this story was told and how they have come back with the help of concerned Americans. They are truly majestic . There was a lady at the museum who talked about how the Indian used every part of the bison to live. The fee to get in is not much . They do have a senior fee. Kevin Costner receives no money and much of it goes for the upkeep of the museum and the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation which is extremely poor. We could not get to the reservation due to COVID. Drive through Custer State Park and the Badlands and enjoy the beauty of these amazing animals. Also admire the awesome sculptures in the back. Well worth the money and trip.See more..
5.0Dignity(360 reviews) - AMAZING WORK OF ART Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
I was traveling east on Interstate 90 and decided to make a quick stop at the South Dakota Rest Area on the east side of the Missouri River near Chamberlain, South Dakota. In addition to having all the typical rest stop amenities, like clear rest rooms, picnic area and vending machines. In addition to having a small museum dedicated to the Lewis and Clark Exposition, the center piece of this rest area is the amazing Dignity Statue. While the statue is visible from Interstate 90, I highly recommend that you take time to stop and view this amazing work of art close up. In talking to a member of the rest area staff, I found out that this impressive work of art is relatively new having been dedicated in 2016. It stands 50 feet tall and is 32 feet wide. Be sure to visit the small museum inside the rest area and take time to enjoy the views of the Missouri River. This is a great place to stop and stretch your legs.See more..
A small monument to the natives killed in the Wounded Knee massacre.See more..
4.0Center of the Nation Monument(266 reviews) - Truly “Middle” America Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues • Scenic Walking Areas
The monument behind the visitor center is open 24/7. It is in a park setting and always available for viewing and photos. The Center of the Nation Visitor Center's summer hours are 9am to 5pm Monday through Saturday and 1pm to 4pm on Sunday.See more..
4.5Mt Roosevelt Monument(198 reviews) - Theodore Roosevelt Friendship Tower Memorial Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This was called the Roosevelt Friendship Tower. It was built by a gentleman in honor of his 35-year friendship with Theodore Roosevelt just after Roosevelt's death. It may seem simple to some, but we thoroughly enjoyed seeing it. There's a short, easy hike to get to the tower and behind the tower is a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. We even climbed the small, winding staircase to stand atop of the tower for additional views. It's in beautiful condition. A nice stop over on your way to or from the Town of Deadwood.See more..
4.0USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial(184 reviews) - A worthwhile historic visit. Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Monuments & Statues
Honoring the most decorated battleship of World War II, this memorial is a full-size outline of the ship with artifacts from the ship with a museum containing crew artifacts. Open May 1 to Sept 30See more..
4.5Porter Sculpture Park(116 reviews) - Worth the stop...whole family loved exploring the sculptures Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
Drove past this place last year, and didn't have time to stop. Glad we took the time to stop here this year!! Worth the $10 per adult, $5 Ages 13-17, Ages 12 & under Free (at the time). Nice place to get out and stretch your legs after being crowded into the car for hours. Artist and owner met us upon arrival and was super friendly and willing to talk about all the sculptures. Great photo opportunities, interesting unique sculptures, & poetry to go with the art work. Where else are you going to see a 60 ft bull head, fish bowl you can stand in and the large I would recommend to anyone to take the extra time, about an hour out of your trip to explore.See more..
4.0Sitting Bull Memorial(47 reviews) - Great stop in the middle of a long day's drive Monuments & Statues
The Sitting Bull Memorial is quite neat to see and visit. It is just 4 miles off of Hwy 12 and easy to get to on a blacktop road. This memorial, combined with the Sakakawea Memorial (shown in the photo) are a great chance to stop and take a little break while learning a little history and enjoying the views.See more..
4.5Wild Bill Hickok(39 reviews) - You might pass it if you aren't looking. Monuments & Statues
It's way down on the end of town with no signage, and you might not even notice it if you aren't looking, but it supposed to be an actual size statue of Deadwood's biggest legend. If you like statues, and history, it is pretty cool. See more..
I'm old enough to remember when Governor Mickelson and others were killed in a plane crash. The story goes that the Fighting Stallions statue was on his desk at the time of his death and it was replicated for this memorial. It's a beautiful tribute. It is found on the grounds next to the Capitol. See more..
4.0Bicycle Sculpture(19 reviews) - Pile of bikes / trash great photo opp Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
One of the few things to stop and see on the way to Rushmore. There are a bunch of deer around at night. Cool old style road art.See more..
4.5Trail of Governors(15 reviews) - Governor Samuel Elrod. Monuments & Statues
Governor Samuel Elrod in front of the Historic St Charles Hotel. On the base is a QR code that will display his biography on your phone.See more..
This Veterans Memorial will make you proud to be an American and very humble. The men from this area who have died for our freedom is truly a humbling experience. The Memorial is very tasteful and Patriotic. I would recommend you visit this Memorial if you have the time!See more..
4.5Wild Bill(12 reviews) - Wild Bill Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Great location for the legend to watch over Deadwood. Take your picture here to remember your trip it will work for your Wild Bill me.See more..
My husband and I love large roadside attractions so we were happy to detour through here on our way home from Rapid City. I love that it's super easy to park near it and that they have a separate platform built for both the person in the photo and the person taking the photo. Makes it perfect for getting the perfect shot!See more..
This spot is the only place to take a break between Newell and Faith. The view is always incredible. It’s the perfect place to walk around a bit and maybe relax at one of the tables. Travel safe.See more..
If you enjoyed the movie The Revenant or other movies about Hugh Glass, this is an historical must see. It is off the beaten path down a dirt road and overlooks the lake. The memorial references the location of the bear attack, the fork of the Grand River. The landscape is different than the movie, no forest, just prairie. An incredible story of survival.See more..
5.0Walleye Up(1 review) - One of the most unique sculptures I've seen on our travels. Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Monuments & Statues
My wife and I love seeing sculptures and statues wherever we go, and the U.S. has plenty of them. But this particular sculpture is truly different. It is of a cowboy bronco busting a giant walleye fish! It's right near a park along the Missouri River. It's also easy to find. Turn south on Main Street in Mobridge, South Dakota. After passing through a small business district, it becomes Park Boulevard. In a curve is the statue. You really can't miss it. There is nothing else around it. A parking lot is nearby, and there is a stockyard to the east.See more..
